4) Kayaking Tours: Myrtle Beach's rivers and tributaries have very beautiful scenery, and kayak rentals are a fun and relaxing way to spend time outdoors. Gator Bait Kayak Adventures has great reviews for its tours, which include the Wildlife Refuge Kayak Tour, Morning Wildlife Tours and Sunset on the Refuge where you will enjoy paddling and watch the sunset over the Waccamaw River, a great way to relax after dinner and wind down. rips they paddle through portions of the newly marked Waccamaw Blue River Trail. Or go on the Historic Conway Tours, Morning Big Cypress Tour or Sunset over Historic Conway, mornings are the best time to beat the summer heat, Paddle past the Historic Conway Riverwalk and into the swamp to see some of the biggest Old Growth Cypress trees in the area. Private Tour Guides, Party Assistants, and Vacation Planning also available.

5) Fishing - Little River Fishing Fleet offers a great deep sea fishing experience - they boast that their trips are less crowded and staffed with experienced crew members. www.littleriverfleet.com

A trip to Myrtle Beach would not be complete without visiting the areas main attraction – the beach! Spend the day at the beach watching the waves crash in, frolicking through the sand or taking a dip in the water. Best of all, this top attraction is completely free. map

7) The Carolina Opry - riveting guests for nearly 30 years, the Carolina Opry offers unique variety shows that combine live music and comedy with a great cast of singers, dancers, and performers and a state-of-the-art sound and light system!

Buy Tickets to the Carolina Opry Show - starting at $49.40/person - January-October Only: this is the only show that has won every major South Carolina tourism award, including the Governor's Cup and Most Outstanding Attraction. Choose from one of three seating packages and settle inside the majestic Calvin Gilmore Theater for a spectacular night of live music — rock, Broadway, gospel and country — as well as comedy variety. Laugh out loud and listen to a variety of music, including Broadway, gospel, rock and more!

Opry's Time Warp Show - starting at $49.40/person - family-friendly, high-energy, face-paced, 1.5 hour show, where you will sing your way through the hits of the 60's, 70's, and 80's and see state-of-the-art multimedia and special effects as the Opry’s award-winning cast plays songs from The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Elton John and Whitney Houston. Buy Tickets!

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8) Myrtle Beach State Park-If you’re looking for somewhere to sit back, relax and enjoy your own little slice of paradise, this state park is one attraction that you wont want to miss. Lounge on an undeveloped, secluded area of the beach that takes you away from all of the hustle and bustle that tourists bring to the area. Pet Friendly! (see park page for details.)

9) Brookgreen Gardens-These botanical gardens feature a wide variety of plants and man-made sculptures through over 10,000 acres of property. This is a great place to go and enjoy concert series and picnics while taking in the amazing views all around you. Take cruise on the pontoon boat. Then, it’s on to the only accredited zoo on the Carolina coast where you will see native animals in their natural habitats. Admission is good for seven consecutive days.

Waccatee Zoo is located within 500 acres of private, carefully preserved, wooded property. Along winding trails, beneath shady trees you'll find thousands of animals and over 100 species that are all treated like family. Best of all, this attraction is completely affordable and offers shade during those hot summer days.
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11) Dixie Stampede! The Dixie Stampede dinner show is a favorite among Myrtle Beach visitors and locals. Enjoy an outstanding meal of chicken, ribs, corn bread and more that is all eaten by hand while you watch live horses perform stunts and tricks in an indoor ring right in front of your eyes. This show will have you cheering the whole time. (800) 433-4401

12) Broadway at the Beach -You can’t come to Myrtle Beach without going shopping. Visit Broadway at the Beach where you will find many unique stores, an IMAX theater, Ripley’s Aquarium, miniature golf and much more. http://www.broadwayatthebeach.com/

13) Huntington Beach State Park -This state park is just minutes away from Myrtle Beach and provides guests with a secluded area to relax and swim. This pristine coastline area is perfect for fishing, bird watching, and gator spotting off of the pier.

14) Grande Dunes Resort Club- is an 18-hole golf club, and is positioned on a high bluff creating a spectacular view of the Intracoastal Waterway, Grande Dunes Marina and the four-diamond resort, Marina Inn at Grande Dunes.